Paper Round: Manchester United weigh up £12m Xherdan Shaqiri

Manchester United consider Xherdan Shaqiri, City monitor Daniel Arzani, Everton make a move for Yerry Mina and Jack Wilshere opens talks with West Ham.

Mourinho considers Shaqiri switch 

Manchester United boss is considering a bid for Stoke City’s Swiss international, Xherdan Shaqiri. Jose Mourinho has been impressed with the 26-year-old playmaker’s performances in Russia at the World Cup, and as he is available for just £12m, he is an affordable option. Shaqiri has also been linked with a move to United’s Premier League rivals Liverpool. 

Wilshere holds West Ham talks 

Jack Wilshere has started talks as he looks to find a new club after his contract ran out at his former club Arsenal. Wilshere has met Manuel Pellegrini to hold face-to-face discussions about his possible role at West Ham, but that is not his only offer. Turkish club Fenerbahce have made a huge offer for the England international midfielder, but the 26 year old has yet to make up his mind. 

Barcelona ready to sell Mina 

La Liga Champions Barcelona are ready to sell Colombian central defender Yerry Mina. Mina scored Colombia’s equaliser against England in their World Cup match. However, Mina could already be on his way out of Barcelona despite only joining in January. Everton are happy to take the 6ft 5in 23-year-old off their hands as they build a new side for Marco Silva. 

City eye Australian teenager 

Manchester City are monitoring a potential new signing from Australia. They turned down the chance to bring Aaron Mooy back from Huddersfield, but have turned attention to a current Melbourne City player. Described as the next Harry Kewell, Daniel Arzani has impressed in the Australian league. Juventus have already been linked with the player due to his ability. 

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